Mar 4, 2026 The US-Iran conflict has entered its fifth day, and Indian markets are bleeding. Since the strikes began, the Sensex and Nifty have lost nearly 2.5% each, the rupee has fallen past 91 against the dollar, and foreign investors have pulled out over ₹3,200 crore. The logic is…
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We wear sunscreen to protect our skin. But have you ever wondered what protects your car’s paint? Think about a classic car at a weekend show — the paint appears deep, glossy, and almost mirror-like. Or imagine massive steel structures at construction sites that remain rust-free despite months of rain…
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A well-argued but increasingly outdated thesis regarding defense stocks recently made the rounds. A piece in The Economist (Mar 3, 2026) posits that war is “not always good” for the industry, citing risks like budget competition with social services (“butter over guns”), inflation, and shifting priorities toward personnel costs over…
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There is a palpable anxiety rippling through the coaching industry. With the explosion of generative AI, students preparing for JEE, NEET, UPSC, or MBA entrance exams can now access instant doubt-solving, AI-generated practice tests, and even essay evaluations at virtually no cost. It is tempting to view this as an…
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The roar from the KSLTA Stadium in Bengaluru was deafening, a wave of sound sweeping across the court. As Dhakshineswar Suresh sealed the final, crushing point against a formidable Dutch side, he clinched more than a match—he secured India’s place in the Davis Cup World Group I playoffs, a historic…
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For decades, paneer quietly sat on Indian plates—freshly made at home, consumed locally, rarely discussed in boardrooms. But something has changed. Paneer is no longer just a traditional dairy staple; it is fast becoming one of India’s most important protein growth stories. And the numbers confirm it: paneer is on…
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While design and technology capture attention, a transformative manufacturing process works behind the scenes: Powder Metallurgy (PM). It is fundamental to making vehicles stronger, lighter, and more efficient. The automotive industry is its primary driver, consuming the majority of the world’s metal powder. What is Powder Metallurgy? Imagine building a…
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That first sip from a coffee maker, the daily commute in a vehicle filled with polymer components, or the office powered by cables hidden behind walls—modern life is enabled by plastics. Yet within these everyday materials lies an extraordinary, deliberately engineered feature we rarely notice: formulated fire safety. For engineers…
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We have written earlier on how our IR client 20 Microns is building a R&D focused business with considerable value addition, while the market perhaps still views it has a plain vanilla mining and mineral business. It is incredible how market is driven more by perceptions rather than real research….
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From Ancient Art to Modern Science The story of powder metallurgy (PM) is one of remarkable evolution. What began millennia ago with the hammering of gold and platinum powders by ancient civilizations has transformed into one of the most sophisticated and sustainable manufacturing philosophies of the 21st century. Today, PM…
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